The Bief in Yonne is a picturesque canal stretch in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region offering excellent coarse fishing opportunities for carp, pike, perch, bream, roach, and tench. This waterway is particularly appealing to anglers who enjoy extended sessions, as night fishing is permitted and bivouac/camping facilities are available along the banks, while boats can be used for access and exploration. A Carte de Pêche (annual fishing licence) obtained through the local AAPPMA is required to fish these waters, and the canal's calm character and diverse fish populations make it ideal for both traditional and modern angling techniques.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Bief holds carp, pike, perch, bream, roach, tench. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers — all carp must be handled carefully and returned.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Bief. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Bief, you need a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK and affiliation with the local AAPPMA. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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